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Mangan to lead Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel
One of the most significant and historic country house hotels in Ireland, the property will join the Accor-owned brand following its reopening in June.

Shangri-La celebrates half-century with new identity
As part of Shangri-La’s 50th anniversary celebrations, the group has announced a refreshed brand logo for Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts around the world.
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Kingsland Locke to debut next month
Locke will launch its fourth London property, Kingsland Locke, in the heart of Dalston in May. The property will be fully open to leisure and business travellers.

Rosewood Hotels signs for first Japan property
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Mitsubishi Estate to manage Rosewood Miyakojima on Mikayo Island in the Okinawan archipelago, Japan.

The Travel Corporation seeks carbon neutrality by 2030
As members of the global travel industry, the Travel Corporation has said it recognises its role and responsibility in creating greenhouse gas emissions through its trips and operations.

Accor preparing for strong rebound this summer
Accor has reported first-quarter revenue of €361 million for 2021. The figure is down 53 per cent on a reported basis against last year, and down 57 per cent when compared to pre-Covid first quarter of 2019.

Sandals unveils plans for three new Jamaica resorts
The plans will return one of Jamaica’s most storied resorts, the Dunn’s River property in Ocho Rios, to the Sandals family as Sandals Dunn’s River.

Hilal appointed managing director at Raffles Dubai and Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk
Accor has announced the appointment of Ammar Hilal to the role of managing director of Raffles Dubai and Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk. He will take up the post with immediate effect.

Sandals Royal Bahamian to remain closed till November for renovations
Sandals will embark on a multi-million-dollar renovation of Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort. The renovation ties in with plans to honour Sandals Resorts’ 25th anniversary in the Bahamas.

JW Marriott Madrid pencilled in for next year
Located in the central Plaza de Canalejas, JW Marriott Madrid will be developed by Millenium Hotels Real Estate as part of their lease agreement with a wholly owned subsidiary of Belagua.

Flint appointed chief commercial officer with Mandarin Oriental
The newly created role will oversee the development and execution of the commercial strategy of the group while also taking executive responsibility for all aspects of customer experience.

Walia takes up new Marriott leadership role in Middle East
Marriott has announced the appointment of Sandeep Walia to the role of chief operating officer for the Middle East. He will replace Guido De Wilde in the role from June 1st.